Hermeneutical Injustice

Hermeneutical injustice occurs when a person or group lacks the conceptual tools to make sense of their own experiences due to societal biases. This often happens because the dominant culture fails to provide sufficient language or frameworks to articulate certain injustices or identities, leaving those affected unable to fully understand or communicate their situation. This lack of understanding can inhibit their ability to seek justice or recognition. In the broader context of epistemic injustice, it highlights how knowledge and understanding can be unevenly distributed, impacting marginalized voices in society.